Wellness & Recovery Program
Cupping Therapy
Relieve tension. Improve mobility. Support recovery.
Cupping Therapy is a gentle, non-invasive technique designed to relieve muscle tension, improve circulation, and support lymphatic drainage—especially helpful for tight, overworked, or restricted tissues.
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Cupping Therapy Options
Choose a single session or save with an 8-session package.
Single Session
1 Session
A great option for focused tension relief and improved tissue mobility.
Sessions are comfortable and tailored to your needs.
$30
Ideal for maintenance, flare-ups, or trying cupping for the first time.
Best Value
8 Sessions
Designed for consistency—ideal for tight, overworked, or restricted tissues that benefit from repeat care.
Consistent sessions often support better long-term comfort and mobility.
$160
Package pricing encourages consistency for better overall results.
Tension & Mobility Support
What Cupping Therapy Helps
Cupping is commonly used to support muscle relaxation, circulation, and tissue mobility—especially in areas that feel tight or restricted.
- Relieve muscle tension and tightness
- Support circulation in restricted tissues
- Encourage lymphatic drainage support
- Improve tissue mobility and range of motion
- Reduce the “stiff” feeling in overworked areas
- Support recovery after training or physical stress
How It Works
Gentle Tissue Decompression
Cupping uses gentle suction to lift and decompress soft tissue. This can help improve circulation, reduce tension, and support mobility in areas that feel restricted.
- Targets tight or overworked muscle groups
- Supports circulation and tissue glide
- Encourages relaxation and mobility
- Can be combined with stretching and movement work
You may notice temporary marks after treatment—this is normal and typically fades within a few days.
Why Patients Choose Cupping
Why Patients Add Cupping Therapy
Many patients add cupping to support hands-on recovery—especially when areas feel tight, guarded, or slow to loosen up with stretching alone.
- Supports deeper relaxation in tight areas
- Helps improve tissue mobility and movement comfort
- Gentle, non-invasive, and well-tolerated
- Works well alongside physical therapy and training
- Often used for maintenance and recovery routines
What to Expect
Treatment Details
Gentle sessions designed to support relaxation, circulation, and mobility—without downtime.
Technique
Gentle suction on targeted areas
Frequency
Based on your goals and routine
Use
Standalone wellness service or add-on to PT care
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Find Out If Cupping Therapy Is Right for You
Our team can help determine if this treatment fits your recovery goals
The Best Of The Best
Meet the Team
Learn more about the expert physical therapists and team members that you'll work with at our clinic. Every physical therapy session will be one-on-one with a Licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy.
Dr. Mark Shulman
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT), COMT, CSCS
Owner
Dr. Allison McKay
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), Pelvic Rehab Practitioner Certification (PRPC)
Dr. Jana Tokunaga
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Dr. Breanna Moore
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Dr. Katelyn Harris
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Dr. Kayla Serowik
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
